Past Events

Annual Science Rendezvous
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  • When:
    May 12, 2018 10:00am to 3:00pm
Where:
University of Guelph-Humber, Atrium
Contact:
Agnes Coutinho
Tel:
x6203
Email:
agnes.coutinho@guelphhumber.ca

On Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the University of Guelph-Humber will host a free, interactive, all ages science festival as part of the Science Rendezvous, taking place across Canada that same day.

Student volunteers will lead activities based in anatomy, neuroscience, health & fitness, memory, and forensic science, and much more! Attendees of all ages (0 to 99+ are welcome!), will have the chance to look at models of muscles, fat, the brain, heart and lungs, assess fitness levels through interactive exercises, learn more about facial recognition and optical illusions, and even explore a crime scene!

University of Guelph-Humber Science Rendezvous Details

Date Saturday, May 12, 2018
What Science Rendezvous, all-day free science festival
Time Activities will take place between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location University of Guelph-Humber

Enter campus at entrance “A” FREE PARKING see map here

Learn more: guelphhumber.ca/events/science-rendezvous-all-day-free-science-festival
Follow us on Twitter @GHScienceR

 

Humber Arboretum Bird Blitz
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  • When:
    May 12, 2018 8:30am to 10:00am
Where:
North Campus, Humber Arboretum
Tel:
416.675.5009
Email:
arboretum@humber.ca

Kick off the city-wide Toronto Bird Celebration with a morning bird walk at the Humber Arboretum where we'll try to identify as many species as we can! All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars if you have them; if not, we will have pairs available to borrow.

This event is part of the Humber Arboretum's events for Ravine Days and the Toronto Bird Celebration.

After the walk you can enjoy live acoustic music in the Arb (weather-permitting) while you wait for the start of The Birds and the Bees Gardening Workshop at 10:30 a.m.)

The guided walk is free but registration is required as space is limited. Please sign up on the Arboretum website to reserve your spot:

Register: humber.ca/arboretum/events/bird-walk.html 

Lunch and Learn - Humber's Sustainable Pond Project
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  • When:
    May 11, 2018 12:00pm to 12:45pm
Where:
North Campus, Centre for Urban Ecology, Humber Arboretum
Tel:
416.675.5009
Email:
arboretum@humber.ca
A sunny day at the pond

Putting Toronto's Ravine Strategy into Action: Humber's Sustainable Pond Project

The new Sustainable Pond Project at Humber College is an exciting restoration project which will help protect the health of the Humber River while providing improved wildlife habitat and gathering spaces for the community. During Toronto's Ravine Days celebration, come to the Centre for Urban Ecology and hear Humber Arboretum Director Alexandra Link and staff from Toronto and Region Conservation Authority explain the vision and the benefits of the project and how it helps support the city's new Ravine Strategy.

Lunch and Learns at the Humber Arboretum’s Centre for Urban Ecology offer free introductions to topics related to gardening, ecology, and sustainability. Bring your lunch and enjoy a casual learning environment overlooking the Arboretum grounds.

When Friday, May 11, 12 -12:45 p.m.
Where Centre for Urban Ecology, Humber Arboretum (back of North Campus)
How This event is free but space is limited. Register in advance through the Humber Arboretum website.

Connect with the Arboretum Online: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Newsletter

CTL: Bb: Building Quality Assessments
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  • When:
    May 8, 2018 10:45am to 11:35am
  • When:
    May 9, 2018 1:30pm to 2:20pm
  • When:
    May 10, 2018 6:05pm to 7:00pm
Where:
Lake: D112 (Lab) and North: D225J (Lab)
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767
Email:
ravneet.mann@humber.ca

Building assessments in the new Blackboard environment has never been easier. Create multiple assessments loaded with a variety of questions to help your students engage with the course content and review critical course material. Explore the various assessment options including randomization techniques, exploring pools versus tests, understanding the survey tool and adaptive release techniques.

Date Time Location  
Tuesday, May 08, 2018

10:45 a.m. to 11:35 a.m.

 North: D225J (Lab) Register
Wednesday, May 09, 2018

1:30 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.

 Lake: D112 (Lab) Register 
Thursday, May 10, 2018

6:05 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 North: D225J (Lab) Register 

Bonus for advanced users: Respondus

If you have a suggestion for a Blackboard workshop, please contact Mark at mark.ihnat@humber.ca.

Toursday! Free Humber Arboretum Tour
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  • When:
    May 10, 2018 2:30pm
Tel:
416.675.5009
Email:
arboretum@humber.ca

Join Nature Interpreter Tamarack for a guided walk around the trails of the Humber Arboretum. Be sure to dress for the weather, including footwear that's fit for exploring!

Toursday! tours are occasional free Thursday walks led by Humber Arboretum staff and are perfect for anyone who's new to the Arb or who wants a fresh perspective on a well-loved place.

When: Thursday, May 10, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Where: Humber Arboretum; meet inside the Centre for Urban Ecology (The Arboretum is behind North Campus; the Centre for Urban Ecology is the glass building with the red door at the top of the path)

How: This walk is free but space is limited - please RSVP in advance to reserve a spot: humber.ca/arboretum/events/toursday.html

CTL: Conversations with Chris
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  • When:
    May 10, 2018 11:40am to 1:10pm
Where:
North, D225I
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767
Email:
CTLWorkshops@humber.ca

Come and connect with Chris Whitaker, President and CEO, Humber ITAL, and discuss topics that are relevant to learning and leading in the classroom. 

The topic of this session will be lifelong learning, education, MOOCS, job skills and labour. What are the pros and cons of current online education offerings, and how can we present Humber in offering a premier product that fulfills the needs of our society?

Date Time Location  
Thursday, May 10, 2018 11:40 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. North: D225I  Register
CTL: Creating Your Teaching and Learning E-Portfolio
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  • When:
    May 8, 2018 1:00pm to 2:00pm
  • When:
    May 10, 2018 10:00am
  • When:
    May 10, 2018 11:00am
  • When:
    May 14, 2018 11:00am to 12:00pm
  • When:
    May 15, 2018 2:30pm to 3:30pm
  • When:
    June 4, 2018 12:35am to 2:20pm
  • When:
    June 6, 2018 1:30pm to 3:15pm
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767
Email:
CTLWorkshops@humber.ca

A two-part workshop for faculty.

Developing an effective and engaging e-portfolio can be challenging and rewarding. Come and explore best practices for choosing content and building a portfolio that truly reflects who you are as an educator. In Part One you will discuss what to include and discover a process for choosing the best artefacts for inclusion. In Part Two you will use a template and familiarize yourself with a free, easy to use tool that can be fully customized to meet your vision.  

Note: Register separately for Part One and Part Two.

Part One:

Tuesday, May 8, 2018

 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. North: D236 Register

Thursday, May 10, 2018

 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Lake: F103 Register
Monday, May 14, 2018  11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

North:D236

 Register
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lake: F103

Register

Part Two:

Monday, June 4, 2018 12:35 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. North:D225J

Register
Wednesday, June 6, 2018 1:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.  Lake: D112

Register 
CTL: Creating Your Teaching and Learning E-Portfolio
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  • When:
    May 8, 2018 1:00pm to 2:00pm
  • When:
    May 10, 2018 10:00am
  • When:
    May 10, 2018 11:00am
  • When:
    May 14, 2018 11:00am to 12:00pm
  • When:
    May 15, 2018 2:30pm to 3:30pm
  • When:
    June 4, 2018 12:35am to 2:20pm
  • When:
    June 6, 2018 1:30pm to 3:15pm
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767
Email:
CTLWorkshops@humber.ca

A two-part workshop for faculty.

Developing an effective and engaging e-portfolio can be challenging and rewarding. Come and explore best practices for choosing content and building a portfolio that truly reflects who you are as an educator. In Part One you will discuss what to include and discover a process for choosing the best artefacts for inclusion. In Part Two you will use a template and familiarize yourself with a free, easy to use tool that can be fully customized to meet your vision.  

Note: Register separately for Part One and Part Two.

Part One:

Tuesday, May 8, 2018

 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. North: D236 Register

Thursday, May 10, 2018

 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Lake: F103 Register
Monday, May 14, 2018  11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

North:D236

 Register
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lake: F103

Register

Part Two:

Monday, June 4, 2018 12:35 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. North:D225J

Register
Wednesday, June 6, 2018 1:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.  Lake: D112

Register 
Creating Accessible Documents and Communications Training
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  • When:
    May 10, 2018 9:00am to 4:00pm
  • When:
    May 15, 2018 9:00am to 4:00pm
Where:
May 10: Lakeshore, G204 or May 15: North, B101

Are you responsible for the creation of your organization’s internal and external communications? Do you create meeting minutes, reports, marketing materials, sales kits and client correspondence? Did you know that the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) has legislated an accessible Ontario, Canada by 2025? The Information and Communication Standard of the AODA looks to remove barriers to information in all aspects of business; accessible document creation is an integral part of this vision. As of 2025, all employers will be mandated to share information in an accessible way both internally and externally.

Come join us at your preferred campus, for this one day Humber employee workshop!

Thursday, May 10
Lakeshore Campus, G204 (capacity 15)
Tuesday, May 15th
North Campus, B101 (capacity 25)

Hours for both sessions: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lunch provided

To register please contact:
samantha.araza@humber.ca
Payment through FOAP account
$400.00 per person

For more information please visit:
CTL: Bb: Building Quality Assessments
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  • When:
    May 8, 2018 10:45am to 11:35am
  • When:
    May 9, 2018 1:30pm to 2:20pm
  • When:
    May 10, 2018 6:05pm to 7:00pm
Where:
Lake: D112 (Lab) and North: D225J (Lab)
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767
Email:
ravneet.mann@humber.ca

Building assessments in the new Blackboard environment has never been easier. Create multiple assessments loaded with a variety of questions to help your students engage with the course content and review critical course material. Explore the various assessment options including randomization techniques, exploring pools versus tests, understanding the survey tool and adaptive release techniques.

Date Time Location  
Tuesday, May 08, 2018

10:45 a.m. to 11:35 a.m.

 North: D225J (Lab) Register
Wednesday, May 09, 2018

1:30 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.

 Lake: D112 (Lab) Register 
Thursday, May 10, 2018

6:05 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

 North: D225J (Lab) Register 

Bonus for advanced users: Respondus

If you have a suggestion for a Blackboard workshop, please contact Mark at mark.ihnat@humber.ca.

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